Policy & Regulation

The head of the New York Department of Financial Services did not mince words Wednesday in criticizing a proposed federal fintech charter.

And the next HUD chief might eventually rescind it altogether.

Steven Mnuchin's time as OneWest CEO is expected to draw ample attention at his nomination hearing, but it will not be the only issue to come up as senators try to gauge how he would lead President-elect Trump's financial policies.

Navient Corp. was sued by a U.S. regulator over allegations that the student loan giant "systematically" cheated borrowers.

While the Trump administration could relax other bank regulations, it is unlikely that it would ease up when it comes to money-laundering compliance.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency could make the Community Reinvestment Act’s spirit relevant in a digital age so long as it builds the right framework for chartered fintech companies.

As expected, Cecere succeeds Davis at regional bank; OneWest is expected to get most of focus at Treasury nominee's confirmation hearing, but First Federal acquisition also raises questions.

The PSD2 rules go into effect in 2018, providing a new opportunity for financial technology companies to compete with banks. But there's also an opportunity for banks.

Just days before President Obama will leave office, the White House released a white paper advocating for the U.S. government to engage in efforts to promote the fintech industry.

Top Democrats vowed Tuesday to defend the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, predicting Director Richard Cordray will file a lawsuit if he were fired by Donald Trump after he is sworn in as president.